Macquarie University (MU) first admitted students in 1967 with the volatile backdrop of the Vietnam War, women’s liberation, and the youth protest movement. Not surprisingly, the University was intended to be bold, radical, and unconventional. Just outside the busy center of Sydney (approximately 45 minutes by public transportation), MU draws on the city’s energy to create a stimulating academic environment. Today, MU is known as “Australia’s Innovative University” and it has consistently been recognized for its excellence in teaching and research. The University enrolls nearly 40,000 students...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester including one mandatory course within the disciplines of Liberal Arts & Business. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Mandatory Spanish language course - offered at the IES Abroad Barcelona Center and range from the 100- to the 400- level. A Spanish language course is required for all students regardless of their proficiency level and is worth three to four credits. Intensive Spanish language courses are worth seven credits. (required, 3-7 credits) Spanish Language Assessment Form Link: (Form due ): IES Abroad Area...

Estimated on-site expenses Item Cost (in Rand) Groceries per week R1,600-2,200 Student restaurant (On campus -- UCT students only; n/a for summer and Health, Culture and Development) R45-95 Restaurants -- Breakfast R65-130 Restaurants -- lunch R75-160 Restaurants -- dinner R120-350 Coffee/Soft Drink R25-45 / R15-30 Laundry (washing) R90-200 Movie R75-160 Theatre R100-300 Dance Club Cover Charge R80-300 Museum Fees R60-250 Fitness Club Membership Varies Jammie Shuttle (for UCT Students only; n/a for summer and health, culture, and development) Free Uber or Approved Taxi R60-150 per short trip...

South Africans, especially the student population in Cape Town, are very outgoing, welcoming, and curious about other cultures. Passersby on the street will often greet you with a “Howzit,” and it is polite to return the greeting. You should also expect to receive very direct questions from locals about your country, politics, culture, etc. Joining clubs, or volunteering is a great way to meet new people, and get a deeper glimpse into South African society. In South Africa, you will be exposed to conditions and surroundings that might be completely foreign to you, such as beautiful landscapes...

Currency The Rand (ZAR) is the currency of the Republic of South Africa. It is also used in neighboring countries, Namibia, Swaziland and Lesotho. It is subdivided into 100 cents, with coins in denominations of 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents, and 1-, 2-, and 5-Rand. Bank notes come in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200. Rand and are designed with the images of wildlife species and former president Nelson Mandela. To determine the exchange rate, look in the business section of almost any newspaper or visit a currency converter website, such as www.xe.com. Handling Money Abroad Before departing...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester including one mandatory course within the disciplines of Arts & Culture. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Mandatory Spanish language course - offered at the IES Abroad Barcelona Center and range from the 100- to the 400- level. A Spanish language course is required for all students regardless of their proficiency level and is worth three to four credits. Intensive Spanish language courses are worth seven credits. (required, 3-7 credits) Spanish Language Assessment Form Link: (Form due ): IES Abroad Area Studies...

Daily commuting is a reality for all who live in or near Cape Town. You will live very close to the Cape Town IES Abroad Center as well as the University Jammie Shuttle bus. This is a free service for UCT students (and our PPH students) that transports students from the neighboring areas to stops in Upper, Middle and Lower Campuses. Travel time between your residence and the IES Abroad Center is 1 minute on foot. For those staying at Campus Key, the walk is 15-20 minutes, and those staying at the Rezident, the walk is 5-10 minutes.

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester including one mandatory course within the disciplines of Political Science & International Relations. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Mandatory Spanish language course - offered at the IES Abroad Barcelona Center and range from the 100- to the 400- level. A Spanish language course is required for all students regardless of their proficiency level and is worth three to four credits. Intensive Spanish language courses are worth seven credits. (required, 3-7 credits) Spanish Language Assessment Form Link: (Form due )...

COURSES & CLASS SCHEDULE While in Cape Town, you will take a total of 15 credit hours per semester, with 5 IES Abroad area studies courses (required, 3 credits each). Classes are scheduled five days each week and attendance is required. You must come to class prepared, complete written assignments outside of classes, and complete rigorous assignments at the midterm and end of each course. All midterms, finals, and papers are required. Under no circumstances will exam schedules be modified, or special arrangements be made to accommodate independent travel. All IES Abroad courses have a formal...

We know that you are eager to learn about the field trips that will be available to you during your semester abroad. Field trip options and details may not be readily available until later in the predeparture process. Please be patient as we arrange field trips that will enrich your studies and give you the opportunity to explore your host country in a safe, engaging way. When field trip details are available, they will be posted here and you will get an email from your IES Abroad Advisor letting you know they are ready. Get ready for an unforgettable experience, get to know your new hometown...